Jean Schanberger

About Jean Schanberger

I’m a strategic legal leader with deep expertise in guiding organizations through complex challenges while managing risk and upholding ethical standards. With a strong foundation in commercial contracts and corporate law, I’ve navigated dynamic legal and operational landscapes across large and small companies, non-profits, and philanthropic organizations.My approach is pragmatic and mission-driven. I assess risk versus benefit to deliver solutions that align with organizational priorities. I’m passionate about mentoring teams and developing people, fostering collaboration across departments, and implementing systems that leave organizations stronger and more resilient.Whether articulating complex legal concepts to diverse audiences or advising C-Suite leaders on critical decisions, I strive to empower others and drive continuous improvement. I’m particularly energized by opportunities to align business strategies with philanthropic, sustainability or conservation-focused missions, creating meaningful, values-based outcomes.Let’s connect to discuss how thoughtful legal strategies and leadership can advance organizational goals.

Experience

1. Vice President, Contracts Counsel

   Tailored Brands, Inc.

   Dec 2025 — Present · Dublin, CA, US

   Support and provide strategic advice, legal counsel and support to the executive leadership and operations on legal, contracting and compliance matters to align legal strategy with the company\'s growth plans and business objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally with all areas of the business. Guide Company\'s Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental and Social Governance activities and compliance.Oversee all commercial and corporate contracts. Take ownership and contracts team leadership in managing the Company’s contract portfolio in areas including trademark licensing, foreign manufacturing, supply chain, technology, marketing, financing, and partnerships/joint ventures. Partner with Procurement, Finance, IT, HR, and other departments to drive all commercial agreements entered into by the Company and its 4 U.S. and Canadian branded businesses. Manage and support leaders with contract management policy and other contract platforms. Develop, maintain, and implement standard contract templates, forms, and policies to develop a contracts playbook to ensure efficiency, scalability, and compliance.Support general corporate matters. Participate in the definition and development of policies, procedures and programs, and provide continuing counsel and guidance on implications of all legal matters.

Education

• UCLA

  UCLA Extension, Sustainability Certificate Completed With Distinction, Environmental Studies & Public Policy - Sustainability

• UC Santa Barbara

  B.A., Liberal Studies

  1981 — 1985

• University of California, Davis - School of Law

  JD, Law

  1985 — 1988

• UCLA Anderson School of Management

  Executive Certificate, Executive Management

  1999 — 2000

Skills

• Privacy Law
• Commercial Litigation
• Trademarks
• Legal Compliance
• Legal Research
• Legal Assistance
• Social Media
• Courts
• Copyright Law
• Small Business Management
• Trade Secrets
• Litigation Management
• Research
• Mergers
• Contract Negotiation
• Start-Ups
• Dispute Resolution
• Marketing
• Civil Litigation
• Strategic Planning
• Negotiation
• Strategy
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Entrepreneurship
• Trademark Infringement
• Competition Law
• Corporate Law
• Legal Advice
• Consumer Law
• Business Intelligence
• Mediation
• Public Speaking
• Real Estate
• International Law
• Software Licensing
• Licensing
• Litigation Support
• Writing
• Data Analysis
• Legal Issues